GA. Washington is a native of Valley, Alabama and is currently a bicoastal resident of Los Angeles, CA & Atlanta, GA. Married at the age of 16, she became a child bride to an emerging Pastor. With this feat came incredible challenges that led to bouts of low self-esteem, depression, multiple suicide attempts, and a plethora of other struggles she openly shares with her audiences. The landscape of her life changed when her 17-year marriage came to an end at the age of 31, which took DiShan from living a life of luxury to a life of homelessness, and even days when she didn’t know where her next meal would come from. This tested DiShan’s faith on the greatest level, but determined to persevere, she kept pressing and has risen from the ashes to become a sought-after businesswoman and influencer in the faith-based community.  

 

DiShan is the National and Essence Bestselling Author of several books. She gained critical acclaim and won awards for her two most popular books, “Diary of a Mad First Lady” and “The Preacher’s Wifey.” Although not novels, her other books, “My Baby Is Not a Mistake”, “Single, Saved, and Still Horny,” and "How to Get Over a Guy in 7 Days" are all testaments of her life’s journey, victories, and losses.  

 

DiShan is also an award-winning playwright best known for productions, “Everything that Look Good Ain’t Good For You” and “Diary of a Mad First Lady.” She has also penned, directed, and cast productions, “Trouble Don’t Last Always”, “Why Can’t I Get Married,” “Baby Mama,” and many more. In addition to the books and stage plays, she is also a screenwriter who wrote and produced her first short film, “Let’s Get It On” in a genre she created called, Christian Erotica. Sparking much controversy, DiShan has appeared on various radio and tv shows to discuss the taboo subject to include TLC, Bravo, and NPR News. She has also been featured in a host of National magazines. 

 

As if she needs to hold any more titles, DiShan is a licensed and ordained Pastor, Celebrity Ghostwriter, social media influencer/strategist, and business coach. Having spoken and coached on major platforms, her willingness to be transparent about her struggles and success leaves those who follow her wanting to hear more. She serves as the CEO of Seven Door Multimedia—a multimedia company that is comprised of Ghostwriting, Publishing, Marketing, PR, and Live Entertainment. Launching in January 2023 is her streaming network, Pure Vision, that will feature original content created, written, directed, and produced by DiShan. 

 

In August 2014, DiShan founded Hold On, a non-profit suicide organization committed to raising awareness and creating solutions for the prevention of suicide. Having attempted suicide in the past, DiShan dedicates her spare time to raising awareness and motivating those who may be plagued with suicidal thoughts.  

 

Above all, she is most proud to be the mother of Alahna Rose Washington and Ariahna Rose Winters.